Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Deputy – Procurement to manage procurement activities, ensure timely material availability, optimize purchasing costs, and maintain supplier performance. The role requires hands-on experience in manufacturing procurement, supplier coordination, purchase order management, commercial negotiations, and SAP-based procurement processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage purchase requisition (PR) to purchase order (PO) conversion and track pending procurement activities.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, components, and critical items.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations, compare prices, and support commercial negotiations on cost, MOQ, lead time, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Monitor overdue purchase orders, supplier commitments, material shortages, and procurement risks.
- Coordinate with PPC, Stores, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to ensure material availability and resolve procurement issues.
- Monitor supplier performance, including on-time delivery (OTD), and support supplier development and alternate sourcing initiatives.
- Use SAP S/4HANA to track PRs, POs, material requirements, and procurement status.
- Analyse procurement data, purchase price variance, and supplier performance metrics.
- Escalate material availability risks that may impact production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
Required Skills
- Manufacturing Procurement and Purchase Management
- Supplier Management and Vendor Development
- Purchase Requisition (PR) and Purchase Order (PO) Management
- Commercial Negotiation and Cost Analysis
- Material Planning and Shortage Management
- SAP S/4HANA, PR/PO Tracking, and MRP Knowledge
- Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) Monitoring
- Advanced MS Excel, Data Analysis, and Procurement Reporting
- Strong communication, analytical, negotiation, and coordination skills
Educational Qualification
Graduate degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related discipline. MBA or a relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
Experience Requirements
- 2–4 years of experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in sourcing raw materials, electronic components, electrical components, or mechanical parts is preferred.
- Hands-on experience in supplier follow-up, purchase order management, commercial negotiations, and SAP-based procurement processes.
